Reggae in the Fields Announces Global Call for Submissions to Celebrate 50th Anniversary Milestone

Posted on May 21, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Reggae in the Fields, Canada’s longest-running reggae radio program, is proud to announce its upcoming 50th Anniversary in June 2026. In preparation for this historic month-long broadcast on CKCU 93.1 FM, the program is issuing a global invitation to listeners, artists, and music industry professionals to contribute to a commemorative audio-visual archive.

Since its debut in 1976, hosted by Junior Smith, Reggae in the Fields has been a cornerstone of the Canadian music landscape, providing a vital platform for roots, lovers rock, dancehall, and dub. The 50-year milestone represents not only the show’s longevity but the enduring power of reggae culture in the National Capital Region and beyond.

“This celebration is for everyone who has tuned in over the last five decades,” says Junior Smith. “We want the voices of the community-the artists we’ve played and the listeners who have grown up with us to be the stars of this anniversary.”

Submission Categories
Artists: Special anniversary dub plates and station jingles.
Listeners: Recorded voice or video messages sharing personal memories or “Happy Anniversary” wishes.
Industry: Tributes and congratulatory messages from producers, promoters, and media colleagues.

The collected submissions will be featured during the special anniversary across the program’s digital platforms.

Submission Details
Deadline: June 6, 2026
Format: High-quality MP3, WAV, or MP4 files.
Email: reggaeinthefields@gmail.com

About Reggae in the Fields
Broadcasting every Saturday from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM EST on CKCU 93.1 FM, Reggae in the Fields is a premier destination for reggae music in Canada. For 50 years, the show has remained dedicated to educating, entertaining, and uplifting its audience through the message of “One Love.”

I Wayne to Headline Father’s Day Show at Plantation Smokehouse

Posted on May 21, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Rastafarian reggae artist I Wayne will perform at Plantation Smokehouse in Richmond, St. Ann, this Father’s Day, Sunday, June 21, 2026. Organizers promise it will be one of the season’s standout live events.

Admission is priced at $3,000 presold and $4,000 at the gate. The show is sponsored by Appleton Estate Jamaica Rum.

Born Cliffroy Taylor in Portmore, Jamaica, I Wayne is a celebrated roots reggae singer best known for hit singles “Living In Love” and “Can’t Satisfy Her.” His soulful, conscious style has earned him a devoted following across Jamaica and the wider reggae world.

Day26 Heads to Lancaster for the African American Cultural Fair on May 30

Posted on May 21, 2026 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Day26 — the five-man vocal group that took over airwaves after being formed by Diddy on MTV’s Making the Band 4 in 2007 — will headline the African American Cultural Fair on Saturday, May 30 at Reservoir Park. Showtime is 8:00 PM, and admission is free.

The group behind hits like “Got Me Going” and “Since You’ve Been Gone” is far from coasting on old glory. In August 2024, all five original members — Robert Curry, Willie Taylor, Big Mike, Que, and Brian Angel — reunited to drop Day Ones, their first studio album in 15 years. The independent release and a run of sold-out shows in 2026 have made it clear: Day26 still has it.

Opening the night are Rob Smith, DJ Dre, and Gee Got It, setting the stage before Day26 takes over at 8 PM.

The concert is the marquee moment of Lancaster’s 12th annual African American Cultural Fair & Parade, running May 26–31 at Reservoir Park, 832 E. Orange St. For more information, visit aacal.org/fair.